The team of 10 left Michigan yesterday, was blessed to stay with the great people of Poinciana UMChurch in Miami, Florida last night, and should be close to their destination about now in Mizak, Haiti. They would have landed in Port au Prince earlier this morning and then ventured up the mountains to Mizak which is about 4 hours southwest of Port au Prince. Prayers for everyone appreciated, as 6 of the 10 are newbies this year.
There is much to adjust to the first couple of days: from the weather (70's to 90's compared to teens to 40's at home here in Michigan), to a very different diet (mostly beans, rice, maybe some lettuce, tomato, or banana), to a new language (not understanding anything being said around you, ever...), to new accommodations (outhouse, rarely any electricity, no running water, maybe once per week "bath"...), to hearing wild animals and barking dogs all hours of the night. Did I mention the roosters, tarantulas, or geckos??
Prayers appreciated for all. Their journey is only just beginning!
If I get any updates from the team, I'll pass them along here.
